Helping caregivers and young children recover after serious injuries.
Official title: Improving Quality of Life and Behavioral Health Service Access for Caregivers and Young Children after Pediatric Traumatic Injury
Funded at Medical University of South Carolina · NIH-11026763 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is all about helping families, especially caregivers and young kids who have gone through tough injuries, by finding better ways to support their emotional health and well-being after such experiences.
Quick facts
| Grant type | R01 grant |
|---|---|
| Study type | NIH-funded research |
| Funding institution | Medical University of South Carolina NIH-funded |
| Lab location | 1 site (Charleston, United States) |
| Project start | December 1, 2024 |
| Project end | November 30, 2029 |
| Funding year | 2025 |
| Award (this year) | $714,638 |
| NIH project number | 1R01HD117024-01 |
| Project ID | NIH-11026763 on NIH RePORTER |
Who could benefit from this research
✓Could help
Ideal candidates for this research include caregivers of children aged 0-11 who have recently experienced a traumatic injury.
✕Less likely to help
Patients who do not have a caregiver or those whose injuries are not classified as traumatic may not benefit from this research.
What this research studies
This research focuses on improving the quality of life and access to behavioral health services for caregivers and young children who have experienced pediatric traumatic injuries. It aims to develop and implement interventions that address the emotional and behavioral needs of families following such injuries, which can lead to conditions like PTSD and depression. The study will involve pediatric trauma centers to create effective support systems for caregivers, recognizing their crucial role in the recovery of their children. By targeting both the caregivers' and children's distress, the research seeks to enhance overall recovery outcomes.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this research could significantly improve the emotional well-being and recovery processes for both caregivers and young children after traumatic injuries.
How similar studies have gone: Previous research has shown that targeted interventions for caregivers and children in trauma settings can lead to improved mental health outcomes, indicating a promising approach.
Where this research is happening
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Medical University of South Carolina
Charleston, United States Active
Researchers
- Principal investigator: Ridings, Leigh E. — Medical University of South Carolina
- Study coordinator: Ridings, Leigh E.
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About this research
- This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
- Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
- For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page.